Criminal Psychology Course Level 3
Overview Why do people commit crimes, and what influences the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours behind criminal actions? Human behaviour is …
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Overview
Why do people commit crimes, and what influences the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours behind criminal actions? Human behaviour is often shaped by a combination of psychological, social, and environmental factors, making criminal behaviour far more complex than it may first appear. This Criminal Psychology Course Level 3 explores the behavioural and psychological patterns that contribute to offending and forensic investigations.
You’ll learn how psychology connects with criminology, offender behaviour, and investigative processes used to understand crime more effectively. The course also explores research methods, theories of offending, personality influences, and the role of psychology in police investigations and legal environments.
Whether you’re interested in psychology, criminology, forensic studies, or understanding the science behind human behaviour, this course provides a structured introduction to the psychological principles that help explain crime, investigation, and behavioural decision-making.
Key Benefits Included
► Accredited by CPD
► Endorsed by QLS (Quality Licence Scheme)
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field
Learning Outcomes
► Understand the foundations of criminal and forensic psychology
► Explore research methods used in forensic studies
► Develop awareness of criminology and offender behaviour theories
► Understand psychological factors linked to offending patterns
► Explore forensic psychology within police investigations
► Learn how psychology influences courtroom environments
► Build confidence in understanding criminal behaviour concepts
Who is This Course For?
► Learners interested in psychology and criminology
► Individuals exploring forensic studies
► Students interested in behavioural science
► Support workers and community professionals
► Learners interested in investigative psychology
► Anyone curious about criminal behaviour and human psychology
Certification
CPD Certification
After successfully completing the assessment of this course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
Upon successful completion of the course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 129 GBP within UK
► 139 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included
Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses
Career Opportunities
► Criminal Justice Support Worker: £23,000 – £36,000 per year
► Behaviour Support Assistant: £22,000 – £35,000 per year
► Community Rehabilitation Support Worker: £24,000 – £38,000 per year
► Research Support Assistant: £23,000 – £37,000 per year
Course Curriculum
The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:
► Interventions to reduce risk of re-offending
► History of development of Forensic Psychology
► Research Design and Methodology
► Critical evaluation of psychological research
► What is Criminology?
► Understanding Crime
► Classification and Measurement of Crimes
► Characteristics of Offenders (Criminals)
► Introduction to theories of offending
► Theories of sexual offending
► Theories of violent offending
► Theories of fire-setting behaviour
► Personal characteristics of offenders
► Personality disordered offenders
► Psychopathic offenders
► Mental Illness and offending
► An Introduction to Offender Profiling
► Approaches to Offender Profiling
► The Effectiveness of Offender Profiling
► Eye-witness testimony
► Expert witness testimony
► Attitudes towards victims
► What works’ literature in reducing re-offending
► Incident management (Crisis Negotiation)
► Introduction: About the Course and the Tutor
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Course Curriculum
| Introduction | |||
| Interventions to reduce risk of re-offending | 00:07:00 | ||
| History of development of Forensic Psychology | 00:06:00 | ||
| Research Methods in Forensic Psychology | |||
| Research Design and Methodology | 00:12:00 | ||
| Critical evaluation of psychological research | 00:09:00 | ||
| Criminology | |||
| What is Criminology? | 00:10:00 | ||
| Understanding Crime | 00:10:00 | ||
| Classification and Measurement of Crimes | 00:10:00 | ||
| Characteristics of Offenders (Criminals) | 00:05:00 | ||
| Theories of Offending | |||
| Introduction to theories of offending | 00:06:00 | ||
| Theories of sexual offending | 00:08:00 | ||
| Theories of violent offending | 00:08:00 | ||
| Theories of fire-setting behaviour | 00:08:00 | ||
| Personal Attributes of Offenders | |||
| Personal characteristics of offenders | 00:06:00 | ||
| Personality disordered offenders | 00:06:00 | ||
| Psychopathic offenders | 00:07:00 | ||
| Mental Illness and offending | 00:07:00 | ||
| Forensic Psychology in Police Investigations | |||
| An Introduction to Offender Profiling | 00:05:00 | ||
| Approaches to Offender Profiling | 00:05:00 | ||
| The Effectiveness of Offender Profiling | 00:06:00 | ||
| Forensic Psychology in the Courtroom | |||
| Eye-witness testimony | 00:09:00 | ||
| Expert witness testimony | 00:04:00 | ||
| Attitudes towards victims | 00:06:00 | ||
| Forensic Psychology in Practice | |||
| ’What works’ literature in reducing re-offending | 00:06:00 | ||
| Incident management (Crisis Negotiation) | 00:08:00 | ||
| Introduction: About the Course and the Tutor | 00:03:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – Criminal Psychology Course Level 3 | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – Criminal Psychology Course Level 3 | 00:20:00 | ||
Certificate of Achievement
Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:
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